Governor Tomblin, Senator Manchin Launch Uber Services in West Virginia
Gov. Earl Ray Tomblin and U.S. Sen. Joe Manchin today took the first Uber ride in West Virginia – from the Capitol Market to the State Capitol to announce the official launch of Uber services in the state. They were joined by Tom Hayes, Uber General Manager for West Virginia. “With bipartisan support from both […]
West Virginia Higher Education Administrator Nationally Recognized for Promoting College Access
Dr. Adam S. Green, Vice Chancellor for Student Affairs at the West Virginia Higher Education Policy Commission and the West Virginia Community and Technical College System, was honored in Washington, D.C. yesterday for his work in assisting students in earning a college diploma. Dr. Green was presented the national “GEAR UP Professional of the Year,” […]
Senator Capito: Energy Bill One Step Closer to Finish Line
U.S. Senator Shelley Moore Capito, R-W.Va., today issued the following statement regarding the Senate’s Energy and Policy Modernization Act advancing to a House-Senate conference committee: “For the first time in more than a decade, Congress is considering comprehensive energy legislation that will lead to more jobs and revenue in energy-producing states like West Virginia. With today’s vote, […]
West Virginia Senior Status Judge James J. Rowe Joins Dinsmore
Dinsmore & Shohl LLP welcomes Senior Status Judge James J. Rowe to the firm. A highly respected member of the West Virginia legal community, Rowe joins Dinsmore after almost two decades serving Greenbrier and Pocahontas counties as a chief judge of the 11th Judicial Circuit. He remains involved in the court system as a senior […]
MAP Launches New Regional Economic Development Website
Monongalia and Preston counties have an exciting new tool with which to attract new businesses into the region. This month, the Morgantown Area Economic Partnership (MAP), launched a brand new website showcasing the diversity, accomplishments, amenities and continued growth enjoyed by the region. ItsMorgantown.com is one part of a larger branding campaign created, designed and […]
Toyota Funding Keeps Students Engaged in STEM Throughout Summer
In the continuation of a longstanding relationship between Toyota Motor Manufacturing West Virginia and WVU Tech, Toyota has provided funding for programs designed to keep both college and high school students working on STEM projects throughout the summer months. The organization donated over $12,000 to the Society of Automotive Engineers (SAE) Baja buggy team for […]
